iggs,
You pessimistic bastage! Don't you think Food4 is nervous about giving up his freedom already? Maybe his woman is really cool and gives him his space?
Still, I had the same thoughts. For me, a commitment-phobe, as soon as I attach rules and expectations to a relationship, the majic dissolves. Unfortunately, most women aren't willing to put up with a loose arrangement after a few years, so maybe Food4's getting a little subtle pressure to "put up or shut up"?
Hey Food4, whatever you decide, I wish you the best. Just because I've got too much baggage to make a marraige work (never tried), doesn't mean you can't do great with it.
MF4